T
he arbiter Billy Evans joined the American League umpire crew in 1906 at the age of 22, becoming the youngest major league umpire. Working six Fall Classics in his 22-year career, Evans was lauded for fairness and superior integrity. Besides being an umpire, Evans contributed articles to several publications and authored “Umpiring from the Inside.� He also served as a front office executive for various teams after retiring.
Timeline
Birth- Feb 10, 1884
Chicago Illinois
Death- Jan 23, 1956-Age: 72 years
Miami, Florida
Stroke
Burial
Knollwood Cemetery, in Mayfield Heights, Ohio
Other Facts
Also known as
Billy Evans
Full Name
William George Evans
Gender
Male
Quote
"Well, it would have been a fair ball yesterday and it will be fair tomorrow and for all years to come. But right now, u
Occupation
Umpire
